Water usage is only part of the story
“Victorian industry is leading the way in the efficient use of water in the State and the naming this week of the state’s top 200 water users provides a partial and misleading story as to their environmental performance,“ said Australian Industry Group Victorian Director Timothy Piper.
Wednesday 31 October 2007
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WorkCover reforms good for both employees and business
“The WorkCover premium cuts and reforms announced by Premier Morris Iemma will deliver a welcome reduction in business costs in NSW,” Australian Industry Group NSW Director Mark Goodsell said today.
Tuesday 30 October 2007
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Ai Group Comment on CPI
While the CPI figures and particularly the underlying measures of inflation remain less-than-comfortable, in combination with other factors they do not make a compelling case for an interest rate rise
Wednesday 24 October 2007
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Business looking for much more than 'steady-as-she-goes'
Regardless of which party forms Government following the election on 24 November, a steady-as-she-goes approach will not be enough for Australia to meet effectively the formidable global challenges we face or to capitalise on the considerable opportunities that lie ahead, said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Sunday 14 October 2007
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Walking to Work: A great way to start the day
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) today urged employers to support tomorrow’s national Walk to Work Day – Friday 5 October 2007 - and to encourage their staff to take part.
Thursday 04 October 2007
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Australian PSI®: Services sector activity lifts amid strong business demand
Services sector activity recorded solid growth in September on the back of stronger business demand with The Australian Industry Group – Commonwealth Bank Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) rising 4.8 points to 56.4 (remaining above the key 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Thursday 04 October 2007
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The official roll-out today of the Australian Industry Productivity Centres program
“The official roll-out today of the Australian Industry Productivity Centres (AIPC) program presents real opportunities for SMEs to lift their productivity and performance and become more globally competitive,” said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Wednesday 03 October 2007
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Australian PMI®: Growth in manufacturing activity continued to ease in September
Manufacturing activity eased again in September as employment fell and stock levels declined, with the Australian Industry Group - PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) falling 1.7 points to 50.7 (still above the key 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction). The easing in growth was reflected in most key indicators including production, employment, finished stocks and deliveries.
Tuesday 02 October 2007
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Australian PCI™: Construction industry returns to growth
Manufacturing activity eased again in September as employment fell and stock levels declined, with the Australian Industry Group - PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) falling 1.7 points to 50.7 (still above the key 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction). The easing in growth was reflected in most key indicators including production, employment, finished stocks and deliveries.
Sunday 02 September 2007
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Leighton tops Construction List for 3rd straight year
The Leighton Group has topped the list of Australia's 100 largest commercial construction companies for 2006-07, the third consecutive year the company has achieved this feat.
Thursday 27 September 2007
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A five-point tax plan to make the economy work better
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) today proposed to the Government and Opposition a five point plan for tax reform to further improve the performance of the economy, Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
Thursday 20 September 2007
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Ai Group congratulates new Queensland Premier
I very much look forward to working with Queensland’s first female Premier, Anna Bligh,” Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
Wednesday 12 September 2007
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Major new survey of environmental practices in industry
A new report released today, which is the largest survey of environment management practices to be conducted in Australia, has found that companies are deeply concerned about greenhouse emissions, and are taking action to reduce their consumption of electricity, gas, water and waste production.
Tuesday 11 September 2007
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Smart Premier has given strong leadership to a smart state
Peter Beattie has been a smart Premier who has given strong leadership to a smart state,” Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout said today.
Monday 10 September 2007
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Australian PCI™: Construction industry weakness continues
The performance of Australia's construction industry deteriorated for a second consecutive month in August, with The Australian Industry Group - Housing Industry Association Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI™) down 0.4 points to 48.4 (below the key 50.0 points level separating expansion from contraction).
Friday 07 September 2007
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What Business wants from APEC Leaders
The APEC Leaders’ Meeting in Sydney has the opportunity to use elements of both consensus and rules approaches in tackling the two critical global issues on this week’s agenda – namely the challenge of global warming and the endangered Doha Round of WTO negotiations,” Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today. “APEC has traditionally operated
Thursday 06 September 2007
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Australian PSI®: Services sector activity continues to expand in August
Services sector activity continued to expand in August, though growth moderated in the month, with The Australian Industry Group - Commonwealth Bank Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) falling 4.4 points to 51.6 (remaining above the key 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Wednesday 05 September 2007
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing activity eases in August
Australia's manufacturing activity eased in August, as growth in consumer demand and new orders unwound from recent strong highs, with the Australian Industry Group - PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) falling 5.0 points to 52.4 (still above the key 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Monday 03 September 2007
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Forward with Fairness ‘Mark Two’ represents progress but important concerns remain unanswered
“By pledging to retain key elements of the current workplace relations framework, the Federal Opposition has addressed some major risks and uncertainties inherent in their original Forward with Fairness policy. This will go some way to allaying business concerns,” said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Tuesday 28 August 2007
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Reforms create “just a different world” in construction industry
“Two reports released today by the Australian Constructors Association (ACA) highlight that the reforms which followed the Building and Construction Industry Royal Commission have created “just a different world” in the industry,” said Ai Group Chief Executiuve, Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Friday 24 August 2007
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Australian PCI™: Construction industry remains fragile in July
Australia's construction industry deteriorated in July, underpinned by weakening activity in house building, with The Australian Industry Group - Housing Industry Association Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI™) falling 2.5 points to 48.8 (below the key 50.0 points level separating expansion from contraction).
Tuesday 07 August 2007
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It's crunch time for 306,000 young Australians
New research released today has revealed that more than one in ten, or 306,000 young Australians are either unemployed, want to work, or are under-employed. The joint discussion paper, It's Crunch Time: Raising Youth Engagement and Attainment, was prepared by the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) and the Dusseldorp Skills Forum (DSF) to stimulate debate on this most important national issue.
Monday 06 August 2007
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Australian PSI®: Services sector activity continues to expand in July
Activity in Australia's services sector continued to expand in July, with The Australian Industry Group - Commonwealth Bank Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) rising 1.1 points to 56.0 (above the key 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Friday 03 August 2007
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing activity lifts in July
Australia's manufacturing activity lifted in July underpinned by stronger domestic demand, with the Australian Industry Group - PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) rising 4.3 points to 57.4 (above the key 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Wednesday 01 August 2007
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The Premier of Victoria, the Hon John Brumby MP
The Australian Industry Group congratulates the new Premier, the Hon John Brumby MP, on being elected unopposed to the position today, said Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Monday 30 July 2007
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Resignation of Victorian Premier Steve Bracks
The Australian Industry Group congratulates Premier Steve Bracks on his strong and positive leadership of Victoria and wishes him well in his future endeavours, said Ai Group Victorian Director Timothy Piper.
Friday 27 July 2007
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Resignation of Deputy Premier John Thwaites
The Australian Industry Group congratulates the Deputy Premier, the Hon John Thwaites MP, on his parliamentary career and the foresight he has brought to his portfolios, said Ai Group Victorian Director Timothy Piper.
Friday 27 July 2007
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Joint statement - ABCC research confirms effectiveness of construction industry reforms
The findings of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) Econtech research report, Economic Analysis of Building and Construction Industry Productivity, confirm that the Federal Government's construction industry reforms have produced significant benefits for clients, contractors and employees, the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) and the Australian Constructors Association (ACA) said in a Joint Statement.
Wednesday 25 July 2007
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Australian manufacturers contribute to the success of the 787 Dreamliner
"The worldwide roll-out today of Boeing's 787 Dreamliner is a tremendous advance in aeronautics and a major win for Australian manufacturing." said Australian Industry Group Victorian Director Tim Piper.
Monday 09 July 2007
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Australian PCI™: Growth in construction lifts, but activity still subdued
Growth in Australia's construction industry lifted moderately in June, following two consecutive months of decline, with The Australian Industry Group - Housing Industry Association Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI™) rising 6.2 points to 51.3 (above the key 50.0 points level separating expansion from contraction). Growth was, however, confined to the commercial sector.
Friday 06 July 2007
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Fair and responsible decision - precisely what Ai Group proposed
The Fair Pay Commission decision announced today is fair and responsible and precisely reflects the key elements of the proposal put to the Commission by the Ai Group said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Thursday 05 July 2007
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing activity grows, but sales slowed by the strong dollar
Manufacturing activity continued to grow in June, although the rate of growth eased slightly, with the Australian Industry Group - PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index® (Australian PMI®) falling 2.1 points to 53.1 (still above the key 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction. The moderation in activity largely reflected a much smaller rise in new orders, while export growth also was flat.
Monday 02 July 2007
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Survey of Australian Manufacturing: Moderate growth continues, but export prospects hurt by Aussie dollar
Growth in manufacturing activity strengthened moderately in the June quarter 2007, largely reflecting a broadening in demand, according to The Australian Industry Group - PricewaterhouseCoopers Survey of Australian Manufacturing. The net balance of firms reporting higher production in the quarter rose to +12%, from +6% in the March quarter 2007
Friday 22 June 2007
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Victorian industry welcomes water certainty
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) welcomes the announcement today that the Bracks Government will spend $4.9 billion over seven years to secure Victoria's long term water supply.
Tuesday 19 June 2007
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NSW Budget disappointing for business
The State Budget released today by the NSW Government is, despite some positive features, disappointing for business.
Tuesday 19 June 2007
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Lifting competitiveness should be a major focus of the NSW Budget
"Businesses in NSW are calling on the State Government to deliver critical measures in tomorrow's Budget that will improve their domestic and global competitiveness," according to the Australian Industry Group's Director - NSW, Mark Goodsell.
Monday 18 June 2007
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Strong dollar undermines prospects for Australia's manufacturing exports
An important new study released by the Australian Industry Group highlights the strong contribution that Australian manufacturing makes to our export effort - a point that was made by the Trade Minister in the annual Trade Statement.
Friday 15 June 2007
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Joint Media Statement - Ai Group and AEEMA move towards 'Consolidation'
The National President of the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group), Mr Trevor Carroll and the President of the Australian Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (AEEMA), Mr Ken Bridges today jointly announced moves towards the consolidation of the two associations.
Tuesday 12 June 2007
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Australian PCI™: Weakness in construction continues in May
Australia's construction sector deteriorated further in May, underpinned by renewed weakness in house building activity, with The Australian Industry Group - Housing Industry Association Performance of Construction Index™ (Australian PCI™) falling 2.8 points to 45.1 (below the key 50.0 points level separating expansion from contraction).
Thursday 07 June 2007
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Queensland Budget – little in it for business
“The Queensland Government has missed a valuable opportunity in its 2007/08 Budget to cement the State’s competitive business edge,” said Ai Group Queensland Director Chris Rodwell.
Tuesday 05 June 2007
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Australian PSI®: Services sector activity strengthens further in May
Australia's services sector strengthened further in May, underpinned by record levels of consumer confidence, with The Australian Industry Group - Commonwealth Bank Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) rising 3.3 points to 56.1 (above the 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Tuesday 05 June 2007
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Water price rise places more pressure on industry to become efficient
“Given the state of Queensland’s water crisis and the relatively cheap price that has been paid for water in the past, industry understands the Brisbane City Council’s plan to increase the cost of water from July 1,” said Ai Group Queensland Director Chris Rodwell.
Friday 01 June 2007
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Climate Change Report Sets A New Direction
The Prime Ministerial Task Group Report on Emissions Trading offers a way forward that reflects Australia's particular circumstances and seeks to position us in a meaningful way in the global climate change effort, said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Friday 01 June 2007
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Budget needs to offset rising costs of business in Queensland
“Queensland’s 2007/08 Budget is an opportunity for Premier Peter Beattie to introduce measures to cement Queensland’s competitive edge as a place to do business,” said Ai Group Queensland Director Chris Rodwell.
Friday 01 June 2007
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Australian PMI®: Stronger growth in manufacturing activity in May
A broad-based lift in demand has provided a boost for Australia's manufacturing industry with stronger growth in activity recorded in May. The Australian Industry Group - PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index® (Australian PMI®) rose 3.5 points to 55.2.
Friday 01 June 2007
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Labor responds to Construction industry concerns
Today's announcement by the Federal Opposition that they would continue with the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) arrangements until January 2010 is a very positive move and shows that they have accepted the legitimate representations of the industry, said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Wednesday 30 May 2007
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Ai Group congratulates Queensland Government on expanded infrastructure plan
“The Australian Industry Group congratulates the Queensland Government on its expansive approach to dealing with the fast growing infrastructure needs of the state’s south-east,” said Ai Group Queensland Director Chris Rodwell.
Tuesday 29 May 2007
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AWA focus ignores broader business concerns with Labor's IR policies
"The almost exclusive focus on AWAs is ignoring the breadth of concerns business has with Labor's industrial relations policies which in their current form carry substantial economic risk," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Friday 18 May 2007
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Growth in Construction is forecast to moderate
Australia's leading construction companies are predicting growth in building activity in the engineering and non-residential sectors will moderate over the next two years, according to a new survey. Work levels, however, are expected to remain solid.
Monday 14 May 2007
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Smart Budget that hits the right targets
The Federal Government has set out to prove the adage that good policy can be good politics by delivering a smart budget that hits the right targets, Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said.
Tuesday 08 May 2007
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Australian PCI™: Construction weakens, despite lift in house building
Australia's construction sector deteriorated in April, reflecting weaker commercial and apartment building activity, with The Australian Industry Group - Housing Industry Association Performance of Construction Index™ (Australian PCI™) falling 3.2 points to 47.9 (below the key 50.0 points level separating expansion from contraction).
Monday 07 May 2007
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Fair and astute changes to WorkChoices
The changes to agreement-making announced by the Federal Government today are fair and astute measures that will allay the view within the community that more protection is needed to prevent unfairness. said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Friday 04 May 2007
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Australian PSI®: Growth in services sector activity strengthens in April
Australia's services sector strengthened in April, with The Australian Industry Group - Commonwealth Bank Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) rising 1.6 points to 52.8* (above the 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Thursday 03 May 2007
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Australian Industry Group ambitions for Federal Budget
"Business is looking to this year's Federal Budget for policy initiatives that will underpin ambitious short and medium term goals for Australia and will help raise the speed limit of our economy," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Thursday 03 May 2007
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Victorian Budget invests in productivity and growth
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) has welcomed today's Victorian Budget announcements on investment and productivity. Ai Group's Chief Economist, Tony Pensabene, said: This is a sound and prudent State Budget that improves competitiveness in Victoria, builds new industrial capacity and invests in future productivity .
Tuesday 01 May 2007
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Review of the 2007-08 Victorian Government Budget
Tuesday 01 May 2007
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Proactive industry statement will be good for business
The Government's Global Integration initiative released by the Prime Minister in Sydney today is an innovative approach that responds to the challenges and opportunities of ongoing globalisation, said Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Tuesday 01 May 2007
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Australian PMI®: Growth in manufacturing activity soft in April
Growth in Australia's manufacturing activity continued to slow in April, largely due to a stalling in production growth, with The Australian Industry Group - PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index® (Australian PMI®) falling 0.7 points to 51.7* (still above the 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Tuesday 01 May 2007
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Fair Work Australia – serious questions about viability
"There are serious questions about the viability of the ALP's Fair Work Australia proposal," said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Thursday 26 April 2007
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Ai Group Comment on CPI
On the basis of these results the RBA will be able to take an extended wait and see approach.
Tuesday 24 April 2007
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Getting the balance right in climate change debate
The Prime Minister's comments today on climate change are sensible and realistic, said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Monday 23 April 2007
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Sensible decision by Fair Pay Commission on pay scales
The announcement by the Fair Pay Commission that it will publish pay scales, a move which had been sought by the Australian Industry Group, is a sensible decision which will be welcomed greatly by employers, Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said today.
Sunday 22 April 2007
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New State Labour laws unnecessasy and potentially invalid
“The new labour laws being introduced into Queensland Parliament this week are unnecessary and potentially invalid, they will only serve to complicate the industrial relations environment for Queensland businesses, which have already spent significant resources in implementing WorkChoices" said Ai Group Queensland Director, Chris Rodwell.
Wednesday 18 April 2007
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Truss makes good sense on China
The Australian Industry Group welcomes the statement by the Minister for Trade, Warren Truss, that Australia is considering joining the US in lodging a complaint with the WTO against China on Intellectual Property (IP). We further endorse the concerns he expressed in relation to the advantage the undervalued Yuan renders China in international trade, said Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Thursday 12 April 2007
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National Reform Agenda: A good deal for a better federation
Industry will be looking to this week's COAG meeting for decisive breakthroughs in advancing the National Reform Agenda (NRA), said Australian Industry Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Wednesday 11 April 2007
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Australian PCI™: Weaker commercial activity impacts construction
Construction activity eased in March, underpinned by weaker commercial construction activity, with The Australian Industry Group - Housing Industry Association Performance of Construction Index™ (Australian PCI™) falling 0.6 points to 51.1 (still above the 50.0 points level separating expansion from contraction).
Tuesday 10 April 2007
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Australian PSI®: Growth in services sector activity eases
Growth in services sector activity eased in March, amid a renewed softening in business conditions, with The Australian Industry Group - Commonwealth Bank Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) falling 3.9 points to 50.6 (marginally above the 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Wednesday 04 April 2007
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Australian PMI®: Growth in activity eases despite lift in production
Growth in Australia's manufacturing activity eased in March, despite production expanding further, with The Australian Industry Group - PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index® (Australian PMI®) falling 1.7 points to 56.0.
Monday 02 April 2007
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Setting the record straight on WorkChoices Comments
Statement by Heather Ridout to clarify comments made on Lateline Business on Wednesday 28th March.
Thursday 29 March 2007
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Productivity Commission proposals risk reducing business R&D
"The Productivity Commission R&D tax concession proposals risk reducing the level of support, amounting to a potential reduction in business R&D investment at a time when it has never been more important to lift our R&D effort.
Tuesday 27 March 2007
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Survey of Australian Manufacturing: Intense import competition and capacity constraints slow growth
Manufacturing growth slowed in the March quarter 2007 due to skill shortages and other capacity constraints and the impact of the high Australian dollar on exports and import competition. The drought and uneven demand across states further contributed to the result.
Monday 26 March 2007
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One year on - WorkChoices defies the critics
One year on, the Government's WorkChoices reforms are defying the critics , says Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout.
Monday 26 March 2007
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Channel deepening one step closer
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) has welcomed the Supplementary Environmental Effects Statement on the Port Phillip channel deepening project.
Wednesday 21 March 2007
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Faster, Smarter, Higher Trade Outcomes Required
The Australian Industry Group welcomes the approach to apprenticeships outlined this week at the National Press Club by the Minister for Vocational and Further Education, Andrew Robb, said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Thursday 15 March 2007
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Ai Group supports Queensland Water Commission appr
“The Australian Industry Group welcomes the Queensland Water Commission’s proposal to universally require businesses using more than 10 megalitres a year to complete Water Efficiency Management Plans,” said Ai Group Queensland Director, Chris Rodwell.
Friday 09 March 2007
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Australian PCI- Construction sector expands but activity mixed
National construction activity expanded in February with The Australian Industry Group - Housing Industry Association Performance of Construction Index™ (Australian PCI™) increasing by 3.3 points to 51.7 following the contraction in the previous month (readings above 50 indicate construction activity is generally increasing).
Wednesday 07 March 2007
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Ipswich Motorway Bypass will reassure QLD industry
The Federal Government's decision on the Ipswich Motorway provides certainty to industry about the future of road transport in this important region of Queensland.
Monday 05 March 2007
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Australian PSI- Services sector activity picks-up in February
Following a lacklustre performance in recent months, growth in services sector activity picked-up in February, with The Australian Industry Group - Commonwealth Bank Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) rising 5.0 points to 54.5 (above the key 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Monday 05 March 2007
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Australian PMI- Key sectors underpin improved manufacturing activity
An improvement in the two largest sectors of food & beverages and chemicals, petroleum & coal products underpinned a pick-up in manufacturing activity in February.
Thursday 01 March 2007
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Call for Government-Business compact to reassert NSW as an economic force in Australia
"The March NSW election provides an opportunity to forge a new compact between business and Government to lift economic growth in the State from current disappointing levels. Ai Group calls for this compact to create a partnership with a firm resolve to reassert NSW as an economic force in Australia," said Ai Group NSW Director Mark Goodsell.
Monday 26 February 2007
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Australian Industry Group Pre-Budget Submission: Ambitions for Australia
The Ai Group has released details of its submission to the Federal Government outlining a range of proposals to be included in the May Budget. Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout said business was looking to this year's budget for policy initiatives to underpin ambitious short and medium term goals for Australia.
Sunday 18 February 2007
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Tristar dispute
A meeting was held today involving Tristar Management, senior representatives of the Australian Industry Group and senior officials and representatives of the AMWU and AWU, said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Wednesday 14 February 2007
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Emissions Trading Paper gives welcome attention to practical questions
The Issues Paper from the Prime Minister's Task Group on Emissions Trading rightly focuses on the many practical questions that need to be addressed in developing a global response to climate change, said Ai Group Chief Executive, Heather Ridout.
Wednesday 07 February 2007
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Australian PCI™: Fall in new business hurts construction sector
Activity in Australia's construction sector deteriorated in January, underpinned by a reduction in new business, with The Australian Industry Group - Housing Industry Association Performance of Construction Index™ (Australian PCI™) falling 3.7 points to 48.4 (below the 50.0 points level separating expansion from contraction).
Wednesday 07 February 2007
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Manufacturing Forecast 2007: Marginally better year ahead for Manufacturing as restructuring continues
Australia's manufacturing industry is forecast to experience a marginally better year, with the influence of the two speed economy set to continue. The improvement comes at a time when companies are continuing to restructure in order to remain competitive.
Monday 05 February 2007
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Australian PSI®: Services sector activity weakness continues
Underpinned by the ongoing drought and recent interest rate rises, services sector activity remained soft in January, with The Australian Industry Group - Commonwealth Bank Performance of Services Index (Australian PSI®) unchanged at 49.5 (still below the 50.0 level separating expansion from contraction).
Monday 05 February 2007
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Australian PMI®: Manufacturing starts the year on a softer note
A weakening in demand, coupled with the drought and other supply shortages, has contributed to slower growth in Australia’s manufacturing industry in January, with The Australian Industry Group - PricewaterhouseCoopers Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index® (Australian PMI®) recording 51.3 for the month, falling 1.1 points.
Thursday 01 February 2007
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